Recipe: A Healthier Green Gazpacho

Avocado, jalapeno, spinach and cucumber? This mean green version of gazpacho brings together a wide variety of flavors that make a dish as tasty as the original thing.

If you’re hesitant to stray away from what you’re used to, consider this: spinach has been linked to lowering the risk of cancer, lowering blood pressure and improving bone health. Avocados are filled with heart-healthy fatty acids and have been shown to relieve the symptoms of arthritis.

For this recipe you can use a blender or chop by hand if you don’t have a food processor. If you want a completely smooth soup, go ahead and blend it all together until smooth.

Photo credit: Grace Derocha, A Healthier Michigan

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Green Gazpacho

Instructions1. In food processor* finely chop cucumber and tomatoes and put in large bowl. Next, process the fennel, scallions, jalapeño (if using) and garlic, and add to bowl. Then process the spinach and basil and add to bowl. Add vegetable stock and water and stir to combine all the ingredients.
2. Add about 2 cups of the mixture in the bowl back into the food processor with the avocado, lime juice, vinegar, olive oil, jalapeño, salt and pepper. Process until smooth. If you want a completely smooth green gazpacho then process in batches until smooth.
3. Return mixture to bowl and stir well to combine all ingredients. Taste for additional seasoning.
4. Chill for at least 2 hours prior to serving to allow flavors to marinate.

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Grace Derocha is a registered dietitian, certified diabetes educator, and certified health coach. She loves helping others learn how to live a healthier and happier lifestyle. Grace was born and raised in Michigan. She is a wife, mommy, Spartan, and avid Detroit sports fan. She loves food, music, dancing, shopping, reading, and smiling.See all of my posts

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